Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa – Our Home Away from Home

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa – Our Home Away from Home

At least twice a year, we head an hour north to our favorite local destination, Hutchinson Island, FL. Hutchinson Island is this beautiful little island known for it’s beaches, nature preserves and parks. It is made up of two barrier islands on the coast of Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Counties. There is something about the people, the chill atmosphere and the stunning beaches that keep us coming back again and again. And while we had been staying at the same hotel for the last 5 years, we have found our new home away from home, Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa. Not only is it gorgeous, but it’s a place that both adults and kids can enjoy so for families, it offers the best of both worlds.

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa – First Impressions

When you pull up to Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa, you can’t help but stare. The property is so well maintained and the building screams relaxation. They offer valet parking or self-parking and just outside the doors, you’ll find a Jogger’s Station complete with water, towels, suntan lotion, a local jogging map, earbuds and ice packs. We realized at that moment that they have thought of everything to make sure that their guests feel at home in their resort. And it doesn’t stop at the door. Each hallway features a pantry, stocked with complimentary water, fresh fruit, newspapers, bags of ice and fresh baked cookies. My girls actually set their alarms each day for 4:59pm so that they were in the pantry as soon as the cookies were brought out at 5pm.

The Lobby

When we walked in for the first time, I remember thinking that the designer must have been in my brain. The color scheme, the flooring, the decor pieces, and the attention to detail that was put into every inch of Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa is just spot on. They’ve really brought the outside in. You’ll find wood, bamboo, live plants and live moss on the walls. The furniture and fixtures were perfectly selected and overall, it’s exactly how I would love for our home to look. When you first walk in, there is an incredible sand sculpture that left my girls speechless. They couldn’t believe that it was made of real sand.

They have really used every inch of the lobby thoughtfully. It’s both welcoming and relaxing and you can just tell that the rest of the resort will be equally as perfect.

We were immediately greeted by one of their front desk staff and the check in process was both fast and efficient. They are happy to answer any questions and really are welcoming!

The Room

If you close your eyes and imagine the perfect room that incorporates both a beach vibe and a comfortable living space, you couldn’t come up with a better room than the one we stayed in at Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa. Next time, we hope to stay in the one bedroom suite which includes a separate living room, dining area and a large private corner balcony. They do offer different view options, but we highly recommend the ocean view. If you’re going to the beach, you need to be able to wake up to it and soak it all in.

They provide everything you need from shampoo to lotion, which is the best smelling shampoo ever! I’ve tried to find it online so we can buy a huge bottle but it appears that it’s exclusively made for the hotel. If you find Nest Fragrances Ocean Mist & Sea Salt shampoo or conditioner, please let me know! It literally leaves your hair smelling like the ocean. We can’t get enough.

The Restaurant

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa offers two poolside bars and a sit down restaurant. Drift Kitchen + Bar is Hutchinson Shore Resort & Spa’s premier oceanfront restaurant, offering fresh seafood and Italian specialties in a beautifully designed, contemporary space overlooking the beach and Atlantic Ocean. There is a fantastic kids menu that is both reasonably priced and full of items that kids love such as chicken tenders, macaroni + cheese and mini hamburgers. When you have picky kids (and boy do we), it’s rare to find a restaurant where all three can a) find a meal that they like and b) finish it all. Drift was able to satisfy both for our family. All of our servers were not only attentive, but knowledgeable and made our dining experience perfect, all four times we ate there during our stay.

Our favorite dinner dishes had to be the Northern Harvest Salmon and Day Boat Scallops. Both left us wanting more. We also got to try Ginger Beer soda, which was an interesting experience! Imagine juicing the pickled ginger that they serve next to sushi and adding some carbonation. I would have loved to drink that when I was pregnant!

The Decor + Amenities

Everywhere you look, you can see how much thought was put into the furniture and decor. But it doesn’t end there. I was a given a tour of the hotel when we first arrived and while each amenity was great, I found the guest room to be at the top of our list. Often we will check out of hotels and stay to enjoy the beach or pool for a few hours. In most cases, hotels will hold your bags if you don’t want to leave them in your vehicle. But Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa goes a step further. They offer a guest room where you can both store your bags, as well as shower and change when you are finished and ready to leave. It’s not something I’ve ever seen at any of the hotels we’ve stayed at and I’m hoping this genius idea catches on. It made us feel as though they weren’t just throwing us out at checkout time, but more concerned with us enjoying every moment we spent, even after we checked out.

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa also offers over 8,000 square feet of event space. It’s perfect for corporate events, parties and weddings. We were able to tour the event area and I could imagine having our vow renewal ceremony there one day. I’m not sure there is a place that would be more beautiful.

The Beach

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa offers direct beach access to a private beach. No crowds. No fighting to get a spot and most importantly, no losing your kids in a sea of people. You can rent a chair and umbrella and just relax while the kids build sandcastles, run and look for seashells. During this time of year, you’ll find parts of the beach are blocked off where sea turtles have nested. While we haven’t been lucky enough to witness them emerge, I hope that one day we will.

The Pools + Activities

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa offers two heated pools, a smaller pool with fountains and a larger pool with a jacuzzi waterfall and plenty of seating. Both pools have direct beach access as well as a pool side bar. My kids could’ve spent their entire visit in the pools. They were able to make friends with other kids their age and had a blast jumping, flipping and playing Marco Polo.

Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa also offers children’s activities on the weekends. They post a schedule toward the end of the week so that you can schedule which ones your kids will want to take part in.

The Spa

One of the things I NEVER do is make time to pamper myself. Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa was gracious enough to provide me with an 80 minute signature wrap and massage. 80 minutes of silence. 80 minutes of not having one of my kids asking me for something or telling on one another. 80 minutes of me without my phone and laptop. 80 minutes of pure heaven. I was given one of their new green tea wrap treatments which made my skin feel amazing, given a scalp massage and then a long, fabulous back massage. I just couldn’t figure out why I hadn’t done this sooner. The entire experience relaxed me and took away all of my stress. From the relaxing aromas to the incredibly attentive masseuse who made me feel so at ease instantly, it was an experience I will not forget.

While this wasn’t our first visit, I also know that it won’t be our last. We are already planning our next trip to Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa and look forward to our next stay.

Article Comments

Kelsey08/26/2018 10:41 am

Helen Little08/26/2018 1:31 am

This looks like an amazing place to visit, and your photography captures it perfectly! How wonderful you got an 80 minute signature wrap and massage, that sounds like heaven!

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Maya08/25/2018 7:42 pm

This looks so fun! The hotel is absolutely gorgeous! What a great time!

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Cammeo Murray08/25/2018 12:11 pm

Oh my gosh I love it!! It’s like farmhouse meets beachhouse ?

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Katherine08/25/2018 10:39 am

Oh my gosh this place looks like a dreamy beachside paradise! I’m always looking for new places to go to in my home state and I’m embarrassed that I’ve never heard of it! Your photos are absolutely beautiful! Can’t wait to check this place out. 🙂

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Katherine Betts08/15/2018 4:10 pm

This place looks amazing!! I can’t wait to go back to Florida some time, it really is the perfect vacation.

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Deb B.08/15/2018 4:43 am

The amenities are absolutely gorgeously. What a beautiful resort. But my absolute fave is the view of the beach from the room. Lovely!!

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Rachel08/14/2018 8:47 pm

This resort is absolutely gorgeous! I would LOVE to visit!

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Amber08/14/2018 3:14 pm

This place is gorgeous! Like a modern, rustic coastal feel. Love it! This would be a great place my family to vacation and get away.

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Autumn Murray08/12/2018 11:00 am

The Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa looks like a wonderful place to stay. I will keep it in mind for vacations.

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Autumn Murray08/12/2018 10:55 am

the Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa looks like a wonderful place to stay. I will keep it in mind when booking my vacations.

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Autumn Murray08/12/2018 10:53 am

The Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa looks like a wonderful place to stay. I will keep it in mind when booking vacations.

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Becca Wilson08/12/2018 7:26 am

That guest room is really very nice. So many times checkout is early but you want to enjoy that last day where you are staying.

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Blair villanueva08/11/2018 7:55 pm

Hello dear, after your post review making me what to spend a long holiday as well. Your holiday place looks very impressive!

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Nicole Caudle08/11/2018 10:33 am

Wow this place looks absolutely amazing. I’ve never heard of it before, but it looks like a great place for the entire family. I am definitely going to keep this on my list of places to visit.

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Angela Ricardo Bethea08/09/2018 7:01 am

Sounds like a great place to visit with the family. Glad you guys had tons of fun during your stay.

Madelain08/09/2018 4:18 am

Jess08/09/2018 2:29 am

What a gorgeous resort! So jealous you got to spend time here. It’s totally up my alley!

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Echo08/08/2018 12:44 pm

Wow, what an amazingly gorgeous place to stay! I love visiting lesser known spots like this. Every looks fantastic and that spa sounds like a dream!

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Life as a Convert08/08/2018 12:25 pm

What a beautiful place to visit! I can see why you guys are smiling in the images.

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Garf08/08/2018 10:02 am

What a beautiful place to stay. Definitely, a place to relax and recharge.

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alison netzer08/08/2018 8:18 am

I love finding those home away from home places. This looks like a wonderful hotel and spa and the beach is gorgeous. What a fun stay for your family

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Suzanne Melton08/08/2018 8:18 am

Okay – I was sold with the jogger’s station! I’ve never encountered that before, but as a runner, I love it!

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The View From HOlmes08/08/2018 1:37 am

Wow, this place looks so nice. I’d love to stay one day!

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Aduke Schulist08/08/2018 12:48 am

Oh my! I need to be there right now. Your pocs are gorgeous and it looks like a beautiful place to visit. They seem to pay attention to detail with that jogger station set up

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Emily08/07/2018 9:50 pm

I am in love with these pictures! If I ever travel outside of the great white north I’ll have to visit!

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Sara08/07/2018 9:50 pm

This looks like a fantastic getaway! I am definitely going to add this to my Florida To Do List!

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hey sharonoox08/07/2018 9:21 pm

Resort room overlooking the beach is the best! This looks like a nice place to stay. Beautiful photos!

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Laeti08/07/2018 2:08 pm

Wow this looks like the perfect getaway. I really love their decoration. It seems really relaxing. I especially like the restaurant. It looks a bit like being home, and not in another resort. Thanks for sharing!!

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Vyjay Rao08/07/2018 12:46 pm

The Hutchinson Shore Resort looks like an ideal family getaway. I love the way that the place seamlessly integrates with the environment. The interiors are unique and love the fact that they have simulated nature indoors. Definitely a place for a relaxing and rejuvenating stay.

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Kathy08/07/2018 10:36 am

That is a very beautiful resort. I’d love to go there sometime just to stay at the resort. I bet having a spa there would be amazing.

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SARA08/07/2018 9:27 am

This hotel looks so lovely! I would definitely visit the spa if we visit. The beach is so close and my baby loves to swim in the pool too. This looks like a perfect getaway vacation spot.

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Emma Riley08/07/2018 9:26 am

This is such an amazingly beautiful resort inside and outside. Loved the architecture design especially the room in front of the ocean.

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Beth Davidson08/07/2018 9:21 am

What a beautiful hotel! The family and I could use a little beach vacay, I’ll have to check it out.

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Ruth I08/07/2018 9:03 am

Oh how beautiful this place is! It looks so elegant and neat. I love all the photos and fun!

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Paula and Marcus08/07/2018 9:01 am

What attention to detail. They really have thought of everything! I absolutely love the Sailfish piece. It must be spectacular in person.

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Stephanie Jeannot08/07/2018 7:58 am

I could truly enjoy a chill spot like this. The view from the room looks so gorgeous. Good place to go. I never heard of this part of Florida til now.

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Silvia08/07/2018 2:12 am

Gorgeous! That view from your room is dreamy, and it seems your family had a great time. I need a mini vacay with my family too!

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Alejandra Graf08/07/2018 12:00 am

Love love this. Can’t wait to visit, the decor and the attention to detail seem amazing. So happy for you and your amazing trip!

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Jessica May08/06/2018 9:48 pm

This resort looks so beautiful and relaxing! I especially love the part about the room that will hold your bags after checkout while you continue to enjoy the location. This is an issue we always have traveling! How thoughtful! Great read.

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fran jorgensen08/06/2018 7:11 pm

What a great way to relax and send some quality time with your family! This is an incredible place that I hope I get to explore one day!

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Terri Beavers08/06/2018 5:18 pm

This makes me want to pack up and head to the beach. What a beautiful home away from home. I can see why you choose to stay there.

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Marcie W.08/06/2018 4:25 pm

What a lovely place to enjoy a family getaway. That stunning ocean view alone has me sold.

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Laurie08/06/2018 1:02 pm

Everything is gorgeous and the view is to die for. The girls certainly look like they are enjoying it!

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Tamalyn08/06/2018 9:27 am

What a lovely place to stay! We will definitely keep this place in mind!!!

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